1995 BMW S3 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | S3 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
